Lead, Cold Storage Warehouse

Lakeside Foods • Weston, OR

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cold Storage Lead is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the movement of finished goods into and out of cold storage. This role ensures accurate handling, safe storage practices, and efficient loading of shipments while leading and training storage and forklift personnel in accordance with Lakeside Foods’ safety, food safety, and operational standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 5+ years of warehouse, cold storage, shipping, or forklift experience, or equivalent education and experience
• Proven experience operating forklifts in cold or frozen environments
• Ability to lead teams in a fast paced warehouse or food production setting
• Ability to read and follow safety rules, work instructions, and shipping documentation
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with operators and supervisors
• Basic math skills, including counts, measurements, and percentages
• Ability to pass company forklift written and driving certifications
• Positive attitude
• Strong work ethic
• Safety mindset

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the movement of finished goods into and out of cold storage.
• Ensure accurate handling, safe storage practices, and efficient loading of shipments.
• Lead and train storage and forklift personnel.
• Lead approximately 1–15 employees, including forklift operators and loading personnel.
• Assign daily work, provide hands on training, and monitor performance.
• Address operational or employee issues in alignment with company policy.

Benefits

• Competitive wages based on experience
• Opportunities for growth within warehouse and cold storage operations
• Paid training, including forklift certification
• A safe, team oriented work environment focused on food safety
• The stability of working for a family owned food manufacturing company with over 130 years of success
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• HSA/FSA
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Prescription safety glasses & safety shoe reimbursement
• Advancement Opportunities
• An Employer that works hard to ensure your safety on the job

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED